An inexpensive inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 21,000 gallons, for buyers who value low running costs and quiet operation over a long warranty.
Amazon $1,899The TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU rates 4.0 among above-ground pool heat pumps; the TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU rates 3.7 among in-ground ones. The TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU costs $800 less ($1,899 vs $2,699).

A budget inverter heat pump for in-ground pools up to about 26,000 gallons, for buyers who want large output and app control at a low price.
Amazon $2,699Prices were last checked October 27, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different pool size classes (above-ground and in-ground), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own pool size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Efficiency 25% | 100 COP 6.9 at 80 °F air | 100 COP 6.8 at 80 °F air |
| Cool weather 20% | 28 COP 3.8 and 59% of its rated output at 50 °F air | 15 COP 3.5 and 52% of its rated output at 50 °F air |
| Value 20% | 96 $1,899 for 72,400 BTU ($26 per 1,000 BTU) | 90 $2,699 for 96,901 BTU ($28 per 1,000 BTU) |
| Warranty 15% | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts | 26 5-year compressor, 2-year parts |
| Cold air 10% | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F | 100 heats in air down to 5 °F |
| Noise 10% | 70 52 dB(A) | 40 58 dB(A) |
Specifications
| TURBRO Beluga B75V 72,400 BTU | TURBRO Beluga B100V 96,900 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating ratings | ||
| Output, 80 °F air / 80% RH / 80 °F water | 72,400 BTU | 96,901 BTU |
| COP, 80 °F air | 6.9 | 6.8 |
| Output, 50 °F air / 63% RH / 80 °F water | 42,820 BTU | 50,839 BTU |
| COP, 50 °F air | 3.8 | 3.5 |
| Output kept at 50 °F | 59% | 52% |
| AHRI certified | No | No |
| Compressor | Variable speed | Variable speed |
| Lowest operating air temperature | 5 °F | 5 °F |
| Defrost | Yes | Yes |
| Heat and cool | Yes | Yes |
| Sound level | 52 dB(A) | 58 dB(A) |
| Installation | ||
| Power | 230 V, 30 A breaker | 230 V, 50 A breaker |
| Recommended pool size | Up to 21,100 gal | Up to 26,000 gal |
| Heat exchanger | titanium tube | titanium tube |
| Refrigerant | R-32 | R-32 |
| Features | ||
| Wi-Fi | Built in | Built in |
| App | AIR.ai | AIR.ai |
| Warranty and models | ||
| Warranty | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts | 5 yr compressor, 2 yr parts |
| Warranty terms | 2-year limited warranty on the unit (3 years if registered at turbro.com/warranty) and 5 years on the compressor; repair or replacement of parts, non-transferable. Labor and heat exchanger terms not stated. | 2-year limited warranty on the unit (3 years if registered at turbro.com/warranty) and 5 years on the compressor; repair or replacement of parts, non-transferable. Labor and heat exchanger terms not stated. |
| Released | 2024-08 | 2026-01 |